The Book: Magnolia English Readers
This third edition of the widely appreciated Magnolia English Readers for Classes 1–8 upholds the distinctive appeal of the series while offering thoughtful revisions to enrich the learning experience. Each level aligns seamlessly with the learning objectives and transactional processes of the CISCE curriculum, while also reflecting the progressive vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) and the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).

Key Features:

• Includes literary pieces by well-known writers from India and around the world
• Offers a wide variety of reading texts dealing with universal themes and current social issues
• Follows a student-centred and activity-based approach
• Distinguishes between different kinds of assessments, such as Assessment for Learning, Assessment as Learning and Assessment of Learning, which are an integral part of the teaching-learning process
• Supports academic excellence and board-readiness with thoughtfully designed exam-style questions
• Sparks curiosity and encourages critical thinking and inquiry-based learning, helping students make deeper connections with texts and their real-world contexts
• Contains integrated worksheets that provide graded practice, diverse writing formats and varied passages to build grammar, vocabulary and analytical skills
• Offers extended practice in language skills by way of thematically linked Workbooks
• Includes QR code-linked resources including the Reading Corner, a curated collection of timeless literary masterpieces, that fosters appreciation for the finest writing
• Empowers teachers with rich digital resources through the Orient BlackSwan Teachers’ Portal